If you have been taking loads and loads of herbal nutrition supplements to regulate your immune and digestive systems, you should know that there are other ways to stay healthy. Many people take herbal nutrition supplements to put good bacteria into the body. These herbal nutrition supplements are called probiotics. The good news is that a natural replacement can be found at your local grocery store.

Some yogurts, such as Dannon’s Activia and Yo Plus contain probiotics, so if you consume them on a regular basis, there will be no need to continue to take herbal nutrition supplements that put good bacteria in the body. Some yogurts, like Stoneyfield products are made organically, and with no antibiotics to ensure that all of the beneficial cultures remain in the product. Not just their yogurts are made by this method. All of their milk products undergo the same process, so even things like their sour cream are better for your body. (more…)

Do you find yourself sometimes thinking that you wish you could have curves like Beyonce? Are you envious of how great she looks in her dresses on the red carpet? If you answered yes to these questions, I have got good news for you. Beyonce told the world how it is that she dropped twenty pounds in just two weeks to achieve that polished red carpet look for her role in Dream Girls. She was on the lemonade diet.
The lemonade diet consists of fasting for one to two weeks to remove toxins that originate from stress, caffeine, junk food, alcohol, and carbonated beverages. The lemonade diet mixture is actually really easy to make. The only thing it basically requires is lemons, maple syrup, cayenne pepper and a high water intake!
This lemonade diet is not an easy thing to do, especially if you really love to eat. You do not have to worry about being hungry while you are doing this, but you may miss the habit of eating. As long as you only use the cleansing lemonade for the recommended time, you will be just fine other than being tempted by the foods around you. (more…)

The Colon Cleaning Experience

This was my very first colonic, and I was extremely nervous. Do not get me wrong. I was excited about the idea of a colon detox, but the actual procedure made me nervous. Being partially naked around a stranger is not exactly comfortable. When I entered the office, I waited a few minutes until the assistant was ready for me. When ready, she walked me to an isolated room, gave me a gown and gave me some privacy. I fumbled with my clothing and hastily put on the gown. The gown was very similar to the kind nurses give you while completing a medical exam. In other words, my rear was exposed. Even more appropriate for a colon detox, I thought.

My assistant knocked on the door momentarily. She came in and asked me to lie down. She then proceeded to make small talk in an effort to tone down the awkwardness of getting a colon cleanser. The most difficult part was next. (more…)

A natural detox means consuming food and liquids provided by the bountiful earth to expel toxins or lose weight. This includes fruits, vegetables, fibers and water. Although the benefits of drinking water is a known fact, many people find it challenging to drink 8 glasses a day. Here are some ways to get your necessary water intake for a natural detox.

Always have water available Carrying a water bottle with you everywhere you go is a great way to quench your thirst on the spot. Every little sip adds up so do not worry about drinking the entire bottle at once. Water bottles are very versatile. They come in all sizes, shapes and colors. Some even can be attached to book bags or are small enough to fit conveniently in purses and small bags. Remember that juices and teas count too. If you are not very fond of water, consider these healthy alternatives for a natural detox. (more…)

An easy body detox that works to regulate bowel movements

You have heard it from your grandmother time and time again. Prune juice is good for you! Prune juice has been used for ages to clean out the body and make bowel movements more regular. For less than $5, you can experience a quick body detox. The only thing unappealing about this body detox, however, may be the taste.

Body detox

Many folks of the older generation used to drink prune juice because they liked it. They also realized that it was a good way to detox your body. Prune juice has a lot of fiber. In fact, one glass of prune juice has so much fiber that drinking it will have you running for the bathroom in no time. You may not enjoy pooping all the time, but there is no need to be embarrassed. If you do not have a bowel movement on a regular basis, waste accumulates in your body. That is why a body detox is so important. The average person should pass a stool once a day. This sound like a lot, but in all actuality, you should have a bowel movement after each meal. If you only have to go every few days or even less than that, you may be constipated. The number one thing that prune juice is known to do is help with constipation. (more…)

Part 1 of this series discussed the issue of autointoxication. Autointoxication refers to toxins that are reabsorbed when feces is not expelled through normal bowel movements and when constipation is a problem. When those toxins are reabsorbed, undesirable behaviors like aggression and irritability can occur along with the constipation.

Toxins from yeast and bacteria overgrowth can also be directly absorbed from the digestive tract. This is a very common thing that I see in my practice time and time again. When a child is constipated, that can lead to lack of eye contact, behavioral problems and even lack of speech in some children. So if improvements in therapies, and this can be therapies other than the biomedical ones, such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral therapy, etc. wane and you start to see regression, there could be an underlying constipation issue at play and they are not having regular bowel movements like they should.

To avoid constipation, your child should ideally be having a bowel movement once a day at the minimum or even twice a day. I also have heard many parents say that their child does have a bowel movement everyday but you need to be aware of the size of the bowel movement. Even if the bowel movement is fairly large, the child could have much more stool in their digestive tract that is not being passed, leading to this problem with constipation. Or if their stool is very dry, like small little pellets, that is also a sign of constipation issues and so assessment of the digestive tract is very important. (more…)

Asthma, being a chronic disease of the respiratory system, can manifest at any point in a person’s life. Anyone can have it during their childhood, teenage years, young adulthood, and even at their senior years, which is why it is really important for everyone to learn more about the illness, so you can better cope with it once it hits you.

However, asthma symptoms in older people can be quite hard to detect. This is because as most adults tend to develop a good number of other ailments, the common symptoms, like shortness of breath and chest pains, can easily just be attributed to another disease. Also, the lack of knowledge of some that asthma can be developed at any age also makes quick diagnosis of adult asthma barely possible. (more…)

Have you ever considered joining an arthritis support group? There are many benefits to be part of the group. But what is a support group? Support groups are as individual as the people who join them. Some groups are very organized, focusing on education, but others promote emotional support and the sharing of experiences. Some arthritis support groups might be designed for those who have a particular kind of arthritis such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, but other groups are all-inclusive. You can choose either one of them, depending on your needs.

Who usually can be the leader for the support groups? That may be either a medical professional such as a doctor, nurse, or social worker or a member of the group. Self-help or peer groups are those groups run by their members.

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Are you persistently tense? Do you feel like you are in danger? Are you expecting terrible events to happen even if there is nothing at all?

When you think about these things, your body reacts. Your heart is pounding like a thousand drums. You are having a shortness of breath, profuse sweating, an upset stomach, dizziness, nausea, headaches, fatigue, insomnia, uptight muscles and cold hands.

If you are experience these, you may be experiencing anxiety disorder.

When you experience an anxiety attack, you would think that it is the end of the world. There are some who say that having a panic attack is like one step closer to dying. It is no laughing matter. For those who are experiencing such pressure, it is as legitimate as they come. (more…)

If you are looking for that skin tightening ‘before and after’ that you’ve always wanted, then you should definitely read this article. I’ll explain how you can have smoother and more youthful skin without having to cough up hundreds of dollars each month on painful and risky skin tightening procedures.

Get the Skin Tightening ‘Before and After’ That You Have Always Wanted!

Let’s face it, everyone wants to look younger, right? With new advancements in the anti-aging skin care industry, more people than every are keeping their skin firm, smooth and elastic well into their later years.

As far as skin tightening goes, the newest procedures to hit the market are ones involving lasers, infrared light, and radio frequency. Some people have had success with them, but a higher percentage of people have their complaints- from it being too painful, too costly (anywhere from $300-$1500 per monthly visit!), too risky, or simply not effective enough.

Most of these more drastic procedures involve literally burning the skin in order to stimulate more collagen production. If you didn’t already know, collagen is the structural protein that determines how firm your skin is. (more…)